Sofía Martínez Audi is reconsidering the fate of its iconic 2.5-liter turbocharged five-cylinder TFSI engine, which was previously slated for extinction under tightening emissions rules. The decision follows comments from Audi Sport boss Rolf Michl, who confirmed to Autocar that evaluations are…
BMW M Motorsport capped a frenetic mid-August at the Nürburing with a blistering display of speed and consistency across multiple racing series. The action peaked from August 14–16, 2026, as the German circuit hosted DTM, ADAC GT4 Germany, BMW M2…
Indian tire giant Apollo Tyres posted a 12.8% year-on-year revenue increase in the first quarter of fiscal 2026-27, driven by record demand in its domestic market. For the three months ended 30 June, consolidated revenue rose to INR74 billion (€670…
Global synthetic rubber (SR) production rankings for 2026 have been topped by Chinese giants, with Sinopec retaining its position as the world’s largest SR manufacturer. According to the International Institute of Synthetic Rubber Producers (IISRP), Sinopec maintained its ‘active’ SR…
Mercedes-Benz has unleashed the most comprehensive technical upgrade in C-Class history, rolling out refreshed internal-combustion C-Class sedans and T-Models just after the electric C-Class launched in Europe. The headline change is a sharper, more athletic body with an expressive light…
Oil prices ticked higher on August 17, 2026, as the conflict with Iran entered its second month, with Brent crude rising 0.7% to $89.15 per barrel. The modest gain came despite recent volatility that saw Brent swing between $72 and…
Yokohama Rubber Co has outlined its new mid-term plan, YX2029, which targets significant expansion and restructuring of its global tire production network over the next three years. The plan includes the development of a ‘hybrid’ plant in Mexico, set to…
The German rubber industry, represented by the WDK association, is calling for changes to the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) that took effect in Germany on August 12. According to Boris Engelhardt, CEO of WDK, the PPWR requirements…
Marco Wittmann has secured his first DTM win of the season and the 20th of his career in the Sunday race at the Nürburgring, driving the #11 Schaeffler BMW M4 GT3 EVO. He also finished third on the podium on…
A driver in a Ford F-250 attempted to rejoin I-294 from an exit ramp in Rosemont, Illinois, nearly causing a t-bone collision with a dashcam owner who had the right of way. The incident occurred on July 26, 2026, at…